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Volunteering for Profit

What a great thought. I've had many people say, "you probably get a lot of business from all the volunteering you do". Well the truth is... I don't, some, but not as much as one would think. I do however make some great contacts. I can then refer my clients, family, and friends to my network of professionals. This connecting experience has been invaluable. Now I'm kind of known as "the go to girl". If you have the time to volunteer in your community, then do it.

Some reasons to volunteer:

To feel needed
To share a skill
To get to know a community
To demonstrate commitment to a cause/belief
To gain leadership skills
To do your civic duty
Satisfaction from accomplishment
To keep busy
For recognition
To do something different from your job
For fun!
Feel good about yourself
Forget your own troubles
Teach your children about community
Make a difference
Gain a better understanding of people
Learn about motivating others
Improve communication skills
Make a friend
Gain a new perspective

What do you do with your extra time?

Posted by Dorene Shirley Silicon Valley Real Estate on 02/21/2008 09:20 AM

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2 Comments on Volunteering for Profit

Hi- I have also done a lot of volunteering, even being the president of an animal rescue group, like you I did not get much profit from it, but I did it for all the other reasons you listed and it was worth it. Keep volunteering!

02/21/2008 09:30 AM

by Solaris Realty

Good post, and it makes me feel guilty. We all should set aside some time to help others.

02/21/2008 09:34 AM

by Mike Elliott, Keller Williams Realty